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U_______________________________________________________________________________________

Free Yoga

5th INTERNATIONAL YOGA CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 Date: 24th & 25th June

Organised by:

Beijing Xin Li Ai Culture Communication Co Ltd.

&

Van-Together International Culture Communication (Beijing) Co Ltd

Energy Legend (Beijing) Culture Development Co Ltd

Head Office: Unit B, 2

nd Floor, Season Mansion, No. 40-48 Tung On Street, Kowloon, Yau MaTei, Hong Kong

Phone: (852) 2811 1502; Fax: (852) 2811 1503 Email: HHUUinternationalyogachampionships@gmail.comUU Website: HHUUwww.internationalyogachampionships.comUU

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U Associated & Supporting Bodies Indian Yoga Federation ; Indian Overseas Association ; Indian Chamber Of Commerce

World Sports Yoga Federation ; Dayal Leisure & Cultural Association ; Macau Yoga Federation ; Malaysia Yoga Association ;

Singapore Yoga Association ; Taiwan Yoga Federation ; Tamil Nadu Sports University ; Thailand Yoga Association ; Vietnam Yoga Association

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ABOUT WSYF & YOGA IN HONG KONG

The World Sports Yoga Federation creates awareness about Yoga and Yoga for sports. Yoga Is

known as mother of all arts which has its roots in INDIA “The country of heritage” with a long

history over 10,000 years.

The objective of the WSYF is as below; further info please visit www.wsyf.org

To Train, educate, organize workshops, create curriculum to understand and implement yoga for various

sports

Organize and promoting the Yoga Championships across the globle

Educate & train jury / referees for International Standard competition, and organizing jury examination

Establish & prepare syllabus for sports yoga courses in secondary and university level education

Conduct Teacher Training courses

ABOUT HKYF & YOGA IN HONG KONG

The Hong Kong Yoga Federation (HKYF) is established as a Philanthropic Organization of dedication for betterment of human health. The objective of this organization is to promote yoga culture all over the world. The word “yoga” stands for union. Yoga can help a person achieve the physical strength, flexibility, spiritual awareness and mental equilibrium to bring peace and happiness together. Hong Kong is one of the most awakened city as per yoga is concerned and we are conscious about building this community of yoga stronger in the future. HKYF is dedicated to continue

spreading their love for yoga both in Hong Kong and outside of Hong Kong. Our mission is to build a platform for yoga practitioners to share their knowledge and experience via international teacher workshops, training programs and Championships which meet international standards. Our ultimate goal is to foster a healthier and buoyant Hong Kong via the peace and happiness that yoga can bring together. We welcome yoga lovers, practitioners and teachers to join our Federation as members and make yoga a successful sport both physically and spiritually.

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UMESSAGE FROM ORGANISERS

Following on the success of our 4years International Yoga Championship, we are pleased to announce that our objective of promoting health & sports, especially yogasana on the international level, continues this year and we are making it even bigger this year by holding the Championship in Beijing with prize money over USD50,000 ; INR3,000,000; RMB300,000; HKD375,000;TWD1,500,000; THB1,575,000 We are excited to have you participate in this event with us. The rules of the competition are outlined in the enclosed sheet. We look forward to seeing you in Beijing on 24th & 25th June this year!

Yours sincerely, Organisers:

______________________ Debdatta Biswas

_____________________ Nilesh Karmakar

____________________ Samrat Dasgupta

______________________ Yuva Dayalan

Email: HHUUdebdatta_biswas@yahoo.co.inUU HHUUkarmakarnilesh1@yahoo.comUU HHUUsamrat500@yahoo.comUU HHUUyuvrhajhdayal@yahoo.co.inUU

Mobile: (852) 9307 7320 (886) 9 8993 8857 (852) 6891 2371 (852) 6628 5295

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UCHAMPIONSHIP VENUE

Beijing, the heart of China, is always the first choice of travelers who are willing to know a time-honored and developed city of China. It has been the political, economic and cultural center of China for over 800 years from the Yuan Dynasty. The numerous royal buildings with long history endow it with incomparable charm, not only the 'Nation's Best' but also the 'World's Best'. On the other hand, as the host city of the 2008 Olympic Games, this oriental ancient city presented her best fashion fascination to the world.

There are actually hundreds of tourist scenic spots and historical sites in Beijing, we are taking this opportunity to explore and share more YOGA knowledge with world yoga lovers at this “ World’s Best “ oriental ancient city.

The championship is open to public. However, due to strict rules & regulation at the venue hall, we would need to

arrange badges for spectators to enter the venue. For those interested to visit our event, please send us an email or

contact the organizers to get their free badges to enter the venue.

Venue: Beijing China

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USALIENT FEATURES OF THE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Championship and Yoga workshops bring yoga practitioners from around the world together. It helps them discover

the culture that has been brought down from ancient times and opens our mind for more challenges and positive

energy that yoga can bring us.

International Championship is one of the best platform where we can build the awareness of yoga to the next level. It is not only about winning awards, it is to give us positive energy for our health, body and mind and to learn the different styles of yoga and how yoga is practiced from different parts of the world. The word “yoga” stands for union. Through these championships we can help each other achieve the physical strength, flexibility, spiritual awareness and mental equilibrium and grow together.

UPROGRAM AND CONTACT PERSONS

UProgram UContact Persons

1. Yoga Championships

- Round 1, Round 2 & Champions of Champions

Round .

- Artistic & Rhythmic Competition

- Registration & payment

Mr. Debdatta Biswas, Nilesh Karmakar, Samrat Dasgupta, Dr. Yuva Dayalan Mr. Samrat Dasgupt , Hari Om

Mrs. Lakshmi Yuva, Ms. Adeline Lee

2. Yoga Workshops with world renowned Yoga

Masters

Dr. Yuva Dayalan

3. Travel Agent Mrs. Lakshmi Yuva, Ms. Adeline Lee

4. Media/Press Mrs. Chitra Sivakumar , Lakshmi Yuva

5. Cultural Event & Valedictory Function Mr. Debdatta Biswas, Nilesh Karmakar, Samrat Dasgupta,

Dr. Yuva Dayalan ; Mrs. Lakshmi Yuva & Ms Adeline Lee

6. Sponsorship of Championships Dr. Yuva Dayalan

7. Official Website www.internationalyogachampionships.com

8. Official Email Internationalyogachampionships@gmail.com

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U2011 – 2014 REVIEW OF IYC

The 1st International Yoga Championships made it to the South China Morning Post front page on 4th

December 2011.

The 1st International Yoga Championships also made it to local news paper in Hindustantimes in Jharkhand

State, India.

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Sunday Pioneer, Ranchi, Jharkhand State, India, November 24, 2011 & December 25 2011 – Jharkhand’s stunning show

in Hong Kong at the Dayal 1st International Yoga Championship.

HAFIL NEWS, a forte night journal from West Bengal, India, January 2012. The news talks about the gorgeousness of

the 1st Dayal International Yoga Championship in Hong Kong.

Information on Dayal

International Yoga

Championship is also

accessible on all social media

including YouTube, Facebook,

Orkut, Twitter, etc.

Please search for us and add

us in your social group to get

our latest news and updates!

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1st International Yoga Championships 2011 AT Hong Kong

Champion of Champions title was awarded to Ms Joey Yung from Hong Kong. (Right below)

Runner Up title was awarded to Mr Avinash Kumar from India. (Left below)

In the picture: From left to right: Seated: Mr Avinash Kumar, Runner Up of 1st IYC; Ms Joey Yung, Champion of Champions of 1st IYC From left to right: Standing: Mr Nilesh Karmakar (Organiser of HKYF), Ms Helen Yeung (Sponsor of the Runner Up Title), Ms Edith Chen (Managing Director of Calvin Klein, Asia and Vice President of HKYF), Mr K. Sital (Hon. President of Indian Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong and President of HKYF), Mr Yuva Dayalan (Organiser of HKYF), Mr Kalyan Dasgupta (Sponsor of the Champion of Champions Title), Mr Samrat Dasgupta (Organiser of HKYF), Mr Debdatta Biswas (Organiser of HKYF).

Highlights of the Championship

Day 1 – Artistic & Rhythmic Yoga Competitions

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Day 2 - Champions of Champions Round – Male & Female finalists

Day 2 – Award Presentation Ceremony & Dance Performances

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2nd International Yoga Championship 2012 at Hong Kong

Day 1 Opening Ceremony and Inauguration

Day 2 Cl;osing Inauguration and Yoga demonstration by Guinness world record

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Yoga performance by India team & Percussionist Performance By Kalaimamani Anandan Sivamani

Champions of Champions

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3rd International Yoga Championship 2013 at Taiwan

Inauguration; Asana & Artistic round

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In Organizer / Hk team's coach / co-emcee / Referees

Champions of Champions

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4th International Yoga Championship at Shanghai,China

Inauguration and honorable award

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Champions of age group ; Yoga demonstration ; Champions of Champions

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RULES & REGULATION OF THE CHAMPIONSHIPS:

1. ELIGIBILITY : The competition is open to all individuals as well as members of clubs, schools, colleges,

educational institutions, and any district Yoga Association.

2. GROUP : The competition is open to both males and females according to the below age groups. There

will be a total of 12 groups, 6 groups for female and 6 for male as per below:

Group A. Below 15 years

Group B. 15 years to 25 years

Group C. 25 years to 35 years

Group D. 35 years to 45 Years

Group E: 45 years to 55 years

Group F : 55 years above

(Your age as at 21st June 2015 will determine the age group you are in.)

3. EVIDENCE OF AGE : Competitor (male & female) applying for entry shall produce a birth certificate or

identification card for proof of age. For candidates below age 18, the form must be signed by

the guardian or parent.

4. PRIZE : All participants will be awarded with certificates of participation and T-shirts. All participants

qualifying for the 2nd round will be awarded with qualifying certificates for the 2nd round.

The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place from each category in the Yogasana Competition (including Artistic

and Rhythmic) will be awarded with Medals, Certificates and Cash Prize of (T.B.A)

4th, 5th and 6th place will be awarded with Merit Certificates. The 1st place from each group

will compete for the Champion of Champions title , 1st Runner up and 2nd Runner Up title.

The Champion of Champions will be awarded with Trophy, Certificate and a Cash Prize (T.B.A)

The Runner Up will be awarded with Trophy, Certificate and a Cash Prize of (T.B.A)

The 2nd Runner Up will be awarded with Trophy, Certificate and a Cash Prize of (T.B.A)

5. PROHIBITION : Any stimulating drug or alcoholic beverage must not be used before/during the competition

by any competitor and their use will be treated as violation of the rules. The Committee has

the full right to suspend a competitor up to 10 years as disciplinary action.

6. ENTRY FEE : Minimum Entry Fee is USD50 or HKD400 or RM300 per person. For each additional event,

the fee will be HKD100 ; RMB80 or USD15. Eg: If a participant wishes to participate in the

Individual Competition, Artistic Singles, Artistic Pair and Rhythmic Pair, then the fee will be

HKD400;RMB300 or USD50 for the individual competition, and HKD300;RMB240 or USD45 for

the 3 additional activities, totaling of HKD700 ; RMB540 or USD95.

TOTAL PRIZES & AWARDS OF MORE THAN US$50,000, WHICH IS APPROXIMATELY

INR3,000,000 ; RMB300,000;HK$375,000 ; TWD1,500,000;THB1,575,000 IS PRESENTED DURING

THE CHAMPIONSHIPS!

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7. ARRIVAL : Competitors are to report one hour before the competition. Competitors are liable to be

disqualified from competition for late reporting

8. LANGUAGES : Mandarin and English

9. JUDGING : 1. Judges will be appointed by the Committee and their decisions will be final.

2. Two (2) marks will be deducted from full score if the competitor fails to complete the asana

on the first attempt. Four (4) marks will be deducted from full score if the competitor fails to

complete the asana on the second attempt. No mark will be awarded if the competitor fails to

complete the asana on the third attempt.

3. The Judges will consider:

a). Proportion of the body

b). Performance regarding grace in execution & steadiness of posture

c). Dress, smartness & appearance

d). Theoretical knowledge in the Champion of Champions round only

10. PAYMENT METHOD : For those residing outside of Hong Kong can either arrange payment online (via our website

on Hwww.internationalyogachampionships.comH, or pay via telegraphic transfer to the following

bank account (either to the savings or current account number). Please send a copy of the

transaction confirmation to our email on Hinternationalyogachampionships@gmail.comH.

We accept both HKD and USD currency.

Bank: HSBC Bank Code: 004 Account Name: Dayal Leisure and Cultural Association Savings Account Number: 098-357460-838 Current Account Number: 098-357460-001 Competitors residing in Hong Kong can arrange to pay cash directly to any of the Organizers together with the completed entry form.

11. SPECIAL RESTRICTIONS: Previous Champion of Champions Title holder of International Yoga Championships (IYC)

will be refrained from participating in any future IYC. Instead, he/she will be invited to

demonstrate in future IYC events.

NB: 1. Photocopy of Certificate of any Yoga Competition which you have participated must be attached to this form.

2. The Organiser will not be liable for any injury of competitors during competitions 3. Competitors should maintain good conduct discipline during competition; otherwise they will be suspended for 5-10 years 4. The Committee reserves the right to add, alter, amend the rules, programme, dates and venue of the Competition as its sole discretion without prior notice 5. Photocopy of this form will be accepted, if necessary.

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USTRUCTURE OF IYC

U

Achieve above

80% score

5th International Yoga Championships 2015

Participation Certificates, T-shirts & mementos to all

Individual Comp – 1

st Round

Artistic Singles, Pair

(Junior & Senior)

Rhythmic Pair (Junior & Senior)

Cash Prizes 1

st = USD

2nd

= USD; 3

rd = USD

Prize Distribution Ceremony

Individual Comp - 2

nd Round

Cash Prizes 1

st = USD;

2nd

= USD; 3

rd = USD

Championships of Champions Round

Viva Voce

Cash Prizes Champion = US$;

1st

Runner Up = US$; 2

nd Runner Up = US$

Yoga classes / Workshops by

Renowned Masters

International Guest Lecturers

CULTURAL EVENT & VALECDICTORY FUNCTION

1st

Place Winners

Honorary Recognition Awards

Results Announced

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FIRST ROUND:

Competitors have to perform one (1) asana from each category (Backbend, Balance and Forward Bend) and one (1) asana OF

THEIR OWN CHOICE. (Total 4 asanas)

CATEGORY A: BACKBEND

Chakrasana/ Urdhva Dhanurasana

Shalavasana

Ushtrasana

CATEGORY B: BALANCE

Virbhadrasana

Garudasana

Sirsasana

CATEGORY C: FORWARD BEND

Paschimotthanasana

Prasarita Padottanasana

Halasana

Competitors who achieved 80% marks and above will be selected to compete in the second round.

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USECOND ROUND:

Competitors have to perform one asana OF THEIR OWN CHOICE from each of the 5 category below:

A. Backbend

B. Twisting

C. Forward bend

D. Arm Balance

E. Leg Balance

The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place from each group will be selected from the second round. The 1st place holder will

compete for the Champion of Champions Title.

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UCHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS:

UPart 1:U Competitors have to perform 12 asanas OF THEIR OWN CHOICE in the below sequence:

2 Backbend

2 Twisting

2 Forward Bend

2 Leg Balance

2 Arm Balance

2 Inversions

Part 2:U A Viva Voce test will be taken about theoretical knowledge of yogasana and general knowledge

related with Yoga in the Champion of Champions Title Award.

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DETAILS OF ARTISTIC YOGA COMPETITON & RHYTHMIC YOGA COMPETITION

U(1) Artistic Yoga Competition (Singles)

Artistic Yoga will involve the competitor performing a series of asanas, choreographed with music. The competitor(s)

should use a diversity of asanas including forward bend, backward bend, balancing, arm-balancing, lying and sitting

postures, etc. It will be judged on the grace of the body movement along with the synchronization with music without

break. The Competitor(s) should try to utilize all 4 corners of the stage during the performance. Competitor should

perform at least 8-10 asanas within the time limit of 3 minutes.

The Artistic Yoga Competition will be held in the following age groups. Males and females will compete in the same group.

(i) Below 25 (Junior)

(ii) Above 25 Years (Senior)

(2) Artistic Yoga Competition (Pairs)U

Artistic Pair Yoga will involve either 2 females or 2 males or 1 male & 1 female from the same age category performing

a series of asanas, choreographed with music. The asanas need not be in perfect synchronization with each other and

there can be body contact between the two competitors. They will be judged on the grace & execution of the body

movement along with music without break. The competitors should use a diversity of asanas including forward bend,

backward bend, balancing, arm-balancing, lying and sitting postures, etc. The Competitors should try to utilize all 4

corners of the stage during the performance. Competitors should perform at least 8-10 asanas within the time limit of

3 minutes.

The Artistic Pair Yoga Competition will be held in the following age groups. Males and females will compete in the same group.

(i) Below 25 (Junior)

(ii) Above 25 Years (Senior)

(3) Rhythmic Yoga Competition (Pairs)

Rhythmic yoga consists of either 2 females or 2 males in the same age group performing in perfect synchronization of body movements with music. Rhythmic Yoga will involve the pair performing a series of asanas, including forward bend, backward bend, balancing, arm-balancing, lying and sitting postures, with no variations between the two. There should not be any body contact between the two competitors and they should try to utilize all 4 corners of the stage during the performance. The performance should involve at least 8-10 asanas within the time limit of 3 minutes.

The Rhythmic Yoga Competition will be held in the following age groups. Males and females will compete in the same group.

(i) Below 25 (Junior)

(ii) Above 25 Years (Senior)

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SCORING TIPS FOR ROUND 1:

CATEGORY A: BACKBEND

Chakrasana/ Urdhva Dhanurasana

Notes for final posture

1. 6 inches in between feet and

knees running parallel to each

other

2. 6 to 10 inches in between the

finger tips and heels

3. Top of rib cage to the base of the

wrist perpendicular to the floor

4. Neck should be relaxed and

hanging loose so that the ear is in

the same plane as the biceps

5. From standing will have higher

marks than pushing up from the

floor

Shalavasana

Notes for final posture

1. Angle of the legs should be 45

degrees to the floor (the closer

to 45 degrees, the higher the

score)

2. Feet should be together

3. Knees are straight

4. Chin on floor, arms flat on

pelvis

5. All fingers together, palms are

flat on the floor

6.

Ushtrasana

Notes for final posture

1. Knees, Heels in contact with

each other (touching)

2. Thighs perpendicular to the

floor. The more forward the hip

goes, the more is the mark

CATEGORY B: BALANCE

Virbhadrasana

Notes for final posture

1. From the toes to the tip of the

fingers, parallel to the ground. Head

raised

2. Base leg straight or locked. Toes

pointed

Garudasana

Notes for final posture

1. The straighter are the knees, the

higher the score

2. There should be minimum gap

between the 2 knees

3. The tip of the middle finger

coincides with the centre of the

forehead

4. Palms should be as flat as

possible

Shoulders and hips should be

symmetric

Sirsasana

Notes for final posture

1. Entire body perpendicular to

the ground. Toes pointed

2. Neutral spine and neutral tail

bone

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CATEGORY C: FORWARD BEND

Paschimotthanasana

Points for final pose

1. Knees straight, chest and

abdomen in complete contact with

the legs

2. Feet flexed, knees straight

3. 3 fingers holding big toe, elbows

on the floor

4. Shoulders down

5. The flatter the spine, the more is

the mark

Prasarita Padottanasana

1. Points for final pose

1. Head should be in between the

plain of the feet and touching on

the floor

2. The head to the tailbone should

be right angle to the floor

3. Knees are straight

4. Forearm and upper arm should

form 90 degrees

5. Feet parallel to each other

Halasana

Points for final pose

1. Toes pointed, knees straight or

locked

2. Arms parallel to each other,

palms flat, fingers together

3. Spine perpendicular to the

floor

4. Taller the spine, the higher the

mark

Optional Postures Scoring Points

1. You will be judged on the level of difficulty of the asana

2. You will be judged on your level of perfection

3. It is preferred to select an easier posture with greater perfection rather than a difficult pose that is not

executed with grace and proper alignment

OTHER IMPORTANT POINTS TO NOTE:

1. Movements going in and out of the postures contain marks

2. Each posture will be held for around 10 seconds (after reaching the final position)

3. There should be no strain on the face (marks may be deducted when there is) when exhibiting the pose

and should be performed with grace and confidence (apart from perfection).

4. Any position of Namaste Mudra, the palm should be flat and in perfect contact with each other without

fingers interlacing (the thumb can interlace each other)

5. Any position where the palms are placed on the floor, they should be flat and firm with the fingers

together

6. Shaking or vibration in any postures will have marks deducted

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS & SIGHT SEEING IN BEIJING,CHINA

AIRFARES : Competitors need to arrange their own flight booking with departure from their origin and

destination Must be to Beijing, China

ACCOMODATION : Competitors on request special arrangement will be made to book service / furnish apartment with

(900 sqf) can be accommodate 5 to 8 persons , which will be between RMB350 to 400 . Hotel can be

also book near venue upon full payment.

CHINA VISA : Competitors need to apply their China Visa at their origin; please visit

http://www.visaforchina.org/DEL_EN/ for visa application needs.

SIGHT SEEING : For overseas participants who wish to stay behind in Beijing after the Championship for sight seeing,

below is a list of recommendations for places to visit in Beijing. Please refer to below website for further

information.

* Please note that any sightseeing activities will be arranged by the participants themselves.

For more details please visit bellows link for your schedule in Beijing trip Beijing attraction trips : http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/beijing/ Transportation tips : http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/beijing/transportation/ Travel tips : http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/beijing/fast-facts.htm Dining tips : http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/beijing/dining.htm Shopping tips : http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/beijing/shopping.htm Things to do in Beijing : http://www.tour-beijing.com/top_10_must_see_attractions_in_beijing/

Beijing is definitely one of the most visited cities in the world. Every year, millions of visitors flock to Beijing to see the capital of China, a great blend of old and new. Beijing is a city for all seasons. You can always find something for you no matter what time you are in Beijing and whatever your interests are. There are actually hundreds of tourist scenic spots and historical sites in Beijing. Some are walkable. Some are a little far from the city center.

* Below travel guide and transportation and entrance fee are estimates only subject to realtime

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Top 10 Attractions in Beijing

1. Forbidden City The magnificent Forbidden City is the largest and the best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world. It has 9,999 rooms in flourishing period with just a single room short of the number that ancient Chinese belief represents 'Divine Perfection' and surrounded by a moat six meters deep and ten-meter high wall. For five centuries, this palace functioned as the administrative center of the country.

How to get there: URL: www.dpm.org.cn Add: No.4 Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District 65132255 Opening Hour: 8:30-17:00 Time of finshing selling ticket: 15:00 pm Travel Time: two hours Entrance Fee: RMB 60 Take No. 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20, 52, 57, 22, 54, 120, 802, special No.1 bus and get off at Zhongshan Phongshan Park stop or Tian Am Men stop. Take subway.

2. Great Wall in Beijing The Great Wall of China is one of the 'Eight Wonders of the World' and is enlisted in the World Heritage Directory. This immense wall was built to keep out invaders as well as to retain the inhabitants. It spans five provinces from Shanhaiguan Pass in the east to Jiayuguan Pass in the west, looking like a gigantic dragon across deserts, grasslands and mountains. In the downtown area, it is possible to climb Badaling Great Wall.

Badaling Great Wall: Entrance Fees: RMB40 (Nov. 01 to Mar. 31); RMB 45 (Apr. 01 to Oct. 31) Opening Hours: 06:40 to 18:30 Hiking Time: Two and a half hours How to get there: Take Bus 919. Or take tourist bus No. 1 at Front Gate ( Qianmen ); No. 2 at Beijing Railway Station; No. 3 at East Bridge; No. 4 at Xizhi Gate or Beijing Zoo; Juyongguan Great Wall: Entrance Fee: RMB 45 Opening Hours: 07:30 to 17:30 Hiking Time : Two hours

How to get there:

Take tourist Bus Route as below: Take No. 1 at Front Gate ( Qianmen ) Take No. 2 at Beijing Railway Station Take No. 3 at East Bridge Take No. 4 at Beijing Zoo or Xizhimen Gate top Mutianyu Great Wall: Entrance Fee: RMB35 Opening Hours: 07:30 to 17:30 Hiking Time: Two and a half hours How to get there: Take Bus no 916 Simatai Great Wall: Entrance Fee: RMB 35 Opening Hours: 08:00 to 17:00 Hiking Time: Two hours How to get there: Take the 970 bus out of Beijing to Miyun and hire a taxi from there. Jinshanling Great Wall: Entrance Fee: RMB 30

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Opening Hours: 08:00 to 16:50 Hiking time: Two hours

3. Tiananmen Square The sole mn and respectful Tiana nmen Square is the largest central city square in the world, which serves not only the city's symbol but also the whole of China. This immense courtyard is surrounded by a variety of significant edifices such as the Tiananmen Tower, Great Hall of the People, Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, Monument to the People's Heroes and National Museum.

How to get there: Tiananmen Square: Free Tiananmen (Gate of Heavenly Peace): RMB 15 The Great Hall of the People: RMB 15 Chairman Mao's Mausoleum: Free The National Museum of China: RMB 15 Open Time (Tiananmen Square): Whole Day Travel time: 2-4 hours Take No.1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20, 52, 57, 22, 54, 120, 802, special No.1 bus and get off at Zhongshan Park stop or Tian An Men stop. Take subway.

4. Imperial Gardens & Mausoleums

It is the capital city of several Dynasties. Therefore, besides the spectacular imperial palaces, it also possesses the most luxurious royal gardens—the well-preserved Summer Palace with an area of 727 acres, the elegant Beihai Park and the destroyed Old Summer Palace. On the other hand, those Emperors also constructed spectacular mausoleums for themselves. The Ming Tombs of the 13 emperors should be the most excellent necropolis. Summer Palace ; Ming Tombs ; Altar of the Moon; Altar of the Sun ; Beihai Park ; Eastern Qing Tombs; Olg Summer palace; Western Qing Tombs; Zhongnanhai

How to get there: URL: www.summerpalace-china.com Add: Yiheyuan (Summer Palace) Road, Haidian District 62881144-209 Open Time: 6:30-20:30 Take busses No.726, 826, 718, 332, 331 or 737 and get of at Yiheyuan Dongmen Entrance Fee: RMB 40 (low season) / RMB 50 (peak season)

How to get there: Entrance Fees as below: Changling Tomb: RMB 30 (Nov.01 to Mar.31) / RMB 45 (Apr.01 to Oct.31) Dingling Tomb: RMB 40 (Nov.1 to Mar.31) / RMB 60 (Apr.1 to Oct.31) Opening Time: Changling Tomb: 08:30 to 17:30 / Dingling Tomb: 08:30 to 18:00 Travel Time: Two hours Tourist Bus Route: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

5. Temples of Heaven

Due to religion was always related with the supreme imperial power, it at one time served as the focus of religious life with lots of beautiful temples. The Temple of Heaven, where the Emperors paid homage to the glory of heaven, is the largest group of structures in the country dedicated to rituals. To be opposite, the Altar of Earth was used to worship the God of the Earth. The Great Bell Temple, where the Emperor prayed for rainfall in the Qing Dynasty.

Temple of Confucius; Temple of Heaven; Yonghe Lamasery; Altar of Earth; Big Bell Temple; Dongyue Temple; Eight Great Sites Park; Five Pagoda Temple; Hongluo Temple ; Ordination Terrace Temple ; Ox Street Mosque ; Pool and Mulberry Tree Temple ; Temple of Azure Clouds ; Temple of Cloud Dwelling ; Temple of Great Awakening ; Temple of Recumbent Buddha ; Temple of Vast Succour ; Temple of Ancient Monarchs ; White Cloud Temple ; White Dagoba Temple

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How to get there: Add: on the east of Tianqiao, Chongwen District 67018866 Open Time: 6:00-21:00 Take 6, 20, 39 Buses Travel Time: 1.5 hours Entrance Fee: RMB 35

6. Historical Sites - Hutongs ( How to visit Shichahai)

If you would like to exp erience the local life and have a different vacation in Beijing, there is a great deal of Hutongs and Courtyards distributed for your choice. The Prince Gong's Mansion should be the most magnificent courtyard, which was the residence of an official and then a prince. Other famous historical sites include the Bell and Drum Towers, the Colored Glaze Factory (Liulichang) Street for people interested in Chinese calligraphy, painting or other artwork, the Lugou Bridge carved with marvelous stone lions. Hutongs & Courtyards ; Prince Gong's Mansion; Shichahai ; Ancient Observatory ; Bell and Drum Tower ; Guyaju Caves ; Imperial Academy ; Marco Polo Bridge ; Peking Man Site

How to get there: Two Sites for Hutong Exploring: Shichahai Area: north of Beihai Park Dazhalan Area: south of Tiananmen Square Rickshaw: RMB 50-100

7. Modern Scenic Spots - Olympic Sites ( How to visit Bird’s Nest and Water Cube)

Thanks for the 29th Summer Olympics, the city has been well-known for travelers all over the world. This hospitable metropolis has been mixed with lots of modern elements, which is also a new part for its mysterious orient civilization. Your Beijing vacation should not miss the representative buildings displaying this international metropolis, such as the National Stadium and the National Aquatics Center for 2008 Olympics. National Stadium ; National Aquatics Center ; 798 Art Zone ; Aquarium ; Aviation Museum ; Beijing Planetarium; Beijing Zoo ; Capital Museum ; CCTV Tower ; Century Monument ; China National Film Museum ; Chinese Ethnic Culture Park ; Geological Museum ; Grand View Garden ; Happy Valley ; Madame Tussauds ; Military Museum ; Museum of Natural History ; National Art Museum ; National Centre for Performing Arts ; North Putuo Film City ; Olympic Park ; Sanlitun Bar Street ; Science & Technology Museum ; Ski Resorts ; Wangfujing Street ; World Park ; Working People’s Cultural Palace

How to get there: Entrance Fee: Water Cube RMB 40; Water Cube RMB 60 Subway Line 8 (Olympic Special Line): get off at Olympic Sports Center Station, get out of the station from Exit B1 (northwest exit) or Exit B2 (northeast exit), and walk north. Bus Route Take bus no. 82, 538 and get off at National Stadium East Station

8. Natural Beauties

For a peaceful and interesting stroll, please visit the beautiful parks. Located at the back of the Forbidden City, the Jingshan Park is an ideal place for an overview of the city, which was also an imperial garden in ancient time. The Fragrant Hills Park has the most beautiful red maple leaves in every autumn. The Taoranting Park is a wonderful workmanship of Chinese ancient and modern architectural skills. The Stone Flower Cave is an astonishing karst park. Fragrant Hills Park; Jingshan Park ; Jingdong Grand Canyon; Baihua Mountain; Black Dragon Pool; Botanical Garden ; Chaoyang Park ; Gubei Water Town ; Longqing Gorge ; Miaofeng Mountain; Phoenix Hill Nature Park ; Purple Bamboo Garden ; Qinglong Gorge ; Stone Flower Cave ; Taoranting Park ; Ten Ferries ; Western Hills Forest Park ; Yanqi Lake; Yunmeng Mountain ; Yuyuantan Park

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9. Beijing Roast Duck ( How to Enjoy Beijing Nightlife ) Beijing duck is the local flavor of Beijing. Climbing the Great Wall, enjoying Beijing Opera and savoring Beijing Duck are the three "musts" for those visiting Beijing for the first time, which you cannot miss. The traditional method of preparing Beijing Duck has a history of over a hundred years and boasts a great reputation to this day. If you ask which is the best Beijing duck house ( restaurant ) in Beijing, different people will offer you different answers. Actually it is quite a personal taste of which one is the best.

How to get there: Qianmen Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant

Add: 32 Qianmen Dajie, Chongwen District Open hours: 11am-1:30pm, 4:45pm-8pm By bus: take lines 110, 120, 20, exit at Dazhalan Tel: 6710 1379 6710 1379 FREE

Hepingmen Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant

Add: 14 Qian Men xi dajie, Xuanwu District Open hours: 11am-2pm, 4:30pm-10:30pm By bus: take lines 14, 7, 15, subway line 2, exit at Hepingmen Tel: 6301 8833 6301 8833 FREE

Wangfujing Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant Add: 9 shifuyuan Hutong, Wangfujing dajie, Dongcheng District Open hours: 11am-1:30pm, 4:30pm-8:30pm By bus: take lines 1, 4, 37, 52, exit at wangfujing

Tel: 6525 3310 6525 3310 FREE

10. Beijing Opera ( How to Visit National Grand Theatre in Beijing ) Beijing Opera is a number of stylized action, including singing, dancing, dialogue and acrobatic fighting to tell a story or present different characters and their feelings of happiness, anger, sorrow, surprise, fear and sadness. In Peking opera there are four main types of roles: sheng (male) dan (young female), jing( painted face,male), and chou (clown, male or female). The characters may be loyal or treacherous, beautiful or ugly, good or bad, their images being vividly presented.

How to get there: Huguang Huiguan Ancient Opera Building

Add: 3 Hufang Road, Xuanwu District ,Beijing Tel: 63529134 Time: 9:00-19: 00 closed on Monday Bus: Take buses NO.5,6,23,50,53,102,105 and get off at Hufangqiao stop Ticket: 150 yuan

Liyuan Theatre Add: 1/F Qianmen Hotel, Yongan Road, Hufangqiao, Xuanwu District, Beijing Tel: 63540841 Bus: Take bus NO.19,40,59,61,122,819 and get off at Hufangqiao stop Ticket: 20-150yuan

Chang'an Grand Theatre Add:In the Guanghua Chang an piazza ,East Chang an Avenue Tel:65101309 Time:afternoon and evening show

11. Panda House The Panda House is located in Beijing Zoo. Now the Beijing Zoo covers an area of about 50 hectares. The animal houses and enclosures, with a total floor space of 40,000 square metres, include those for pandas, elephants, brown and polar bears, tigers, hippopotami, rhinoceros, antelopes, giraffes and reptiles.

How to get there: Entry Fee: RMB15 Opening Hours: 07:30 to 18:00 (Apr. 01 - Oct. 31); 07:30 to 17:00 (Nov. 01 - Mar.31)

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Subway Line 4: get off at Beijing Zoo Station, Bus Lines: Take bus no.27, 45, 105, 107, 111, 206, 209, 319, 334, 347, 360, 362, 534, 601

12. National Grand Theatre

National Grand Theatre, the egg-shaped theatre is designed by the French architect Paul Andreu, the designer of the terminal of the Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. The National Grand Theatre, situated west of the Beijing's central Tian'anmen Square, has a huge glass and titanium dome-shaped structure surrounded by water.

How to get there:

Just west of Tiananmen Square

Take No.1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20, 52, 57, 22, 54, 120, 802, special No.1 bus and get off at

Zhongshan Park stop or Tian An Men stop. Take subway.

13. Capital Museum

Beijing's new Capital Museum is located on Fuxingmenwai Dajie, the western extension of Beijing's Chang'an Jie.The museum is a five-storey building allowing for a maximum of 13 concurrent exhibitions, which can be viewed in about 5 hours at the price of 20 yuan (US$2.50) per visitor. Visiting Beijing Capital Museum, you may enjoy the elaborate works in the world, experiences artistic leisure, recognize the Chinese broad and deep culture and long history.

How to get there:

Subway: Muxidi Station, Line 1 Buses: Bus No. 1, No. 4, No. 52 and No. 37 to the stop “Gonghuidalou” (Labor Union Building) No. 937, No. 727, No. 717, No. 650, No. 708, No. 26, No. 319 to the stop Baiyun Rd. Special Bus No. 1 to the stop “Muxidi” Number for telephone reservation: 63370491 63370492 Add: No.16, Fuxingmenwai Street, Xicheng District, Beijing Tel: 010-63370491, 63370492 Web: http://www.capitalmuseum.org.cn/en/

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